Subframe Assembly - Front - 1st Generation - Remove And Install: Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

1. Refill and bleed the cooling system Cooling System - Partial Refill And Bleed .
2. Install all components that were removed for access, except for the following:
   • Front aero shield
   • Mid aero shield
3. After installing all suspension components, pull on the inner halfshaft cup to confirm that the circlip is locked into place. If the halfshaft detaches from the drive unit then reinstall the halfshaft and then test that it is fully seated.
   NOTE: If reinstalling the halfshaft:

   • Take care not to damage or displace the oil seals.
   • Make sure that the opening of the snap rings are facing towards the bottom of the drive unit.
   • Carefully push the halfshaft into the drive unit until there is an audible "click" from the halfshaft stub contacting the pinion shaft.
   • There will be a slight pulling sensation on the halfshaft as the halfshaft circlip locks into place.

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4. Perform a Lock To Lock-Angle test. See LOCK TO LOCK-ANGLE TEST .
5. Transfer the vehicle to a 4-post lift. See RAISE VEHICLE - 4 POST LIFT .
6. Torque the front suspension components.
   CAUTION: Only fully tighten suspension nuts and bolts when the vehicle is on a 4-post lift and the suspension is in the ride height position.
7. Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine if an alignment check (AC) or full adjustment (FA) is necessary. See ALIGNMENT REQUIREMENT - SUSPENSION .